The Holiness Movement
Religious movementAbout
The Holiness Movement is a Christian religious movement that emerged in the 19th century, primarily within Methodist and other Protestant traditions in the United States. It emphasizes personal holiness and the doctrine of entire sanctification, which is often referred to as a "second work of grace" or "second blessing." This teaching posits that believers can achieve a state of complete freedom from sin through the Holy Spirit, enabling them to live a life of perfect love and service to God[1][2][3]. The movement traces its roots back to John Wesley's teachings on Christian perfection. Key denominations associated with the Holiness Movement include the Salvation Army and the Church of the Nazarene. The movement has been influential in American Protestantism, especially during the Third Great Awakening. It promotes a lifestyle of practical holiness, emphasizing moral purity and separation from worldly values[2][3][5].
